Sunday Meal Prep: High-Protein, Plant-Forward Recipes for a Productive Week
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Effortlessly plan your week with these high-protein, plant-forward meal prep recipes. From freezer-friendly breakfast biscuits to creamy leek chicken soup, here’s everything you need to make your meal prep efficient and delicious.
Recipe Details:
Prep Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: Varies by recipe
Total Time: Approx. 2.5 hours
Yield: Multiple servings (breakfast, lunch, soup)
Category: Meal Prep
Calories: Varies by dish
Meal Prep Recipes
1. High-Protein Jalapeño Cheddar Breakfast Biscuits
These savory, protein-packed biscuits are perfect for busy mornings. Made with ground chicken, almond flour, eggs, and a hint of jalapeño and cheddar, they’re freezer-friendly and easy to reheat.
Ingredients:
1 lb ground chicken
3 large eggs
1 ½ cups almond flour
½ tsp baking powder
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 jalapeños, finely diced
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing the pan)
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, eggs, almond flour, baking powder, shredded cheddar, diced jalapeño, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until evenly combined.
Scoop the mixture into small biscuit shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked.
Cool completely before storing in the fridge or freezer. Reheat in an air fryer, oven, or microwave as needed.
2. Orange Cream Chia Pudding
This no-bake chia pudding is creamy, protein-packed, and reminiscent of a creamsicle. Perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast.
Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
3 tbsp chia seeds
¼ cup Greek yogurt
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp orange juice
1 tsp orange zest
1-2 tsp maple syrup (optional)
Instructions:
In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond milk, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, orange juice, orange zest, and maple syrup.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until thickened.
Divide into jars for easy grab-and-go servings.
3. Chopped Broccoli Pesto White Bean Salad
This refreshing salad combines a vibrant broccoli pesto, kale, sun-dried tomatoes, and white beans for a satisfying plant-based meal that’s packed with protein.
Ingredients:
2 cups broccoli florets (steamed)
1 cup fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic
¼ cup olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 ¼ cups cooked white beans
1 cup chopped kale
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a food processor, blend broccoli, basil, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice until smooth.
In a large bowl, toss the broccoli pesto with white beans, kale, and sun-dried tomatoes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
4. Creamy Leek Chicken and Rice Soup
A comforting and freezer-friendly soup made with seasonal leeks, rotisserie chicken, and rice. Customize with orzo or pasta if desired.
Ingredients:
2 large leeks (white and light green parts, thinly sliced)
2 tbsp butter
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 cup cooked rice (or orzo/pasta)
1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a large pot, melt butter and sauté leeks until softened (about 5 minutes).
Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
Stir in shredded chicken and cooked rice.
Pour in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
Simmer for 10 minutes. Cool before storing in the fridge or freezer.
FAQs
Q: How do I store these meals?
Store biscuits and soup in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Refrigerate chia pudding and salad in airtight containers for up to 5 days.
Q: Can I make substitutions?
Use dairy-free alternatives like coconut milk yogurt or vegan cheese for a dairy-free option.
Substitute ground turkey or plant-based ground meat for the biscuits.
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